Daily Learning Target(s): By the end of class, students will be able to...
  • analyze text as evidenced by group presentations of myth/bib slides and discussion.
  • analyze texts as evidenced by writing and sharing opening statements and theme statements in groups/whole class.
  • analyze text as evidenced by writing a timed essay.


HW Due NOW: AT DESK
Reading Record Card, Myth Bib Slides, Opening statement/sentence for CIR essay, Writing Tips Annotations

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  • Due Fri 8/4:
    • Vocab Quiz #2 Flashcards/C Notes
    • Annotations "Geography Matters" and "White Man's Burden"



REMINDERS:
  • Make up quizzes after school Tue and Wed.
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AGENDA:

1. Myth/Bib Slide Presentations
2. CIR Opening Statement and Theme Discussion
  • Groups:
    • Share opening statements, choose two to read aloud to class
    • Write a theme statement about CIR
3. CIR Final Essay




Metacognitive Reflection
To be completed at the end of every unit FINAL essay.

After you’ve finished your essay, answer the following questions on separate piece of paper.



  1. Highlight/underline your thesis statement in the introduction.
  2. Predict your score explain why.
  3. In regards to your writing skills, list at least 2 strengths and 2 weaknesses.
  4. What do you still need to work on to improve as a writer?